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Assessing abdominal fat may be a better predictor of heart disease risk
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August 16, 2026
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3:26Now PlayingDr. Jessica Shepherd shares new research showing abdominal fat may provide better indications about cardiovascular health, instead of solely using body mass index (BMI) to determine a healthy weight.
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